
Nollywood actress Destiny Etiko has secured a political appointment with the Enugu State Government after Governor Peter Mbah named her Senior Special Assistant (SSA) on Youth Engagement and the Creative Economy.
The appointment places the actress in a role focused on youth engagement and the creative sector, an area that includes Nigeria’s growing entertainment industry.
News of her appointment attracted congratulatory messages from colleagues in the Nollywood industry, including actress Sarah Martins, who celebrated her achievement in a post on Instagram.
Congratulating Etiko, Martins wrote: “Congratulations, my boo. Appointment well deserved. @destinyetikoofficial, super happy for you.”
Responding to the message, Destiny Etiko expressed appreciation, writing: “My love, I appreciate you.”
Other Nollywood personalities, including Ikpechukwu Nweke and Evan Okoro, also joined in celebrating the actress over her new government role.
The appointment marks a new development in Etiko’s career, extending her involvement beyond the entertainment industry into public service